The Sporting Villains of 2025: A Year of Ignominy
From FIFA's cringeworthy awards to toxic Ryder Cup fans and Bazball's Ashes disaster, we review the biggest sporting villains and controversies of 2025. Read the full analysis.
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FIFA sets £37.5m World Cup prize and cuts ticket prices
FIFA confirms a record £37.5m prize for the 2026 World Cup winner and introduces cheaper tickets after a major fan backlash. Discover the new affordable ticket tier and England's allocation.
FIFA's £45 World Cup ticket offer branded a 'fleecing'
FIFA's belated release of cheaper World Cup tickets has been slammed as a cynical PR move, with analysis showing just 1.6% of fans will benefit. Discover the real cost of Qatar 2022.
Raphinha omitted from FIFA Best XI, wife reacts
FC Barcelona star Raphinha's surprise omission from the FIFA FIFPRO Men's World 11 sparked a viral reaction from his wife. Discover the full team and award winners from the Doha ceremony.
Senegal and Ivory Coast Face FIFA World Cup Travel Ban
FIFA imposes a travel ban on Senegal and Ivory Coast's national teams over unpaid fines, threatening their 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Read the full story on the escalating dispute.
FIFA's World Cup Ticket Climbdown After Price Fury
FIFA introduces cheaper $60 tickets for 2026 World Cup after outcry, but fan groups say it's not enough. Read the latest on the ticketing scandal.
FIFA Best Awards 2025: How to Watch Free & Predictions
Don't miss the 2025 FIFA Best Awards in Doha. Stream live for free on FIFA+. Full guide to nominees, predictions for Dembele, Bonmati, and winners.
Hannah Hampton Wins Best FIFA Women's Goalkeeper 2025
England and Chelsea star Hannah Hampton has been named The Best FIFA Women's Goalkeeper for 2025. Discover her journey and the key stats behind her award-winning year.
FIFA apologises to Argentina's Scaloni over glove gaffe
FIFA president Gianni Infantino apologised after Argentina's World Cup-winning manager Lionel Scaloni was made to wear gloves to touch the trophy. Read the full story of the 2026 draw mix-up.
Trump's 'Bizarre' FIFA Peace Prize Award Analysed
Donald Trump accepted FIFA's first-ever peace prize in a controversial ceremony. A body language expert analyses his 'Oscar-like' reaction and speech where he claimed to have saved 'millions of lives'.
Chaotic scenes at 2026 World Cup draw raise security fears
Long queues and freezing temperatures marred the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC, sparking major concerns over security and logistics for the tournament itself. Read our full report.
FIFA promises Iran World Cup entry despite US travel ban
Iran's coach reveals FIFA President Gianni Infantino has promised all teams can compete in the 2026 World Cup in North America, despite an ongoing US travel ban on the nation. Read the latest on the diplomatic sports row.
FIFA awards Trump Peace Prize at awkward World Cup draw
FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented Donald Trump with a new 'Peace Prize' at a bizarre World Cup draw in Washington DC. Read our full report on the cringe-inducing ceremony.
Awkward Moments You Missed from the 2026 World Cup Draw
From a cringe-worthy selfie with world leaders to Rio Ferdinand's frosty exchange and Dion Dublin's blunder, here are the key moments missed from the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington D.C.
USA's Easy World Cup Draw Sparks FIFA 'Rigging' Claims
The USMNT's favourable 2026 World Cup group draw, announced in front of President Trump, has led to accusations of FIFA manipulation. Discover the reaction and Pochettino's response.
World Cup 2026 draw made, England get Croatia
The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is complete, setting England against Croatia. Discover the groups, schedule, and the surprise award for Donald Trump.
CNN laugh heard as Trump gets FIFA Peace Prize
A CNN staffer was heard laughing off-camera as Donald Trump accepted the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize in Washington, just weeks after missing out on the Nobel. Read the full story.
Samantha Johnson co-hosts 2026 FIFA World Cup draw
Award-winning British-Jamaican broadcaster Samantha Johnson co-hosted the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw with Rio Ferdinand. Discover her career and advocacy work.
FIFA President awards Donald Trump new 'Peace Prize'
FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented Donald Trump with a newly created 'Peace Prize' at the World Cup draw, sparking widespread condemnation. Read the full story.
Kevin Hart snubbed by Infantino at World Cup draw
FIFA President Gianni Infantino left comedian Kevin Hart hanging at the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, DC. Get the full story on the awkward exchange and Hart's chilly reception.
BBC's Pearce blasts 'shameless' Infantino at World Cup draw
BBC commentator Jonathan Pearce criticised FIFA president Gianni Infantino during the lengthy 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC. Read the full story of the spectacle and the backlash.
Infantino's 'Mexicans?' speech sparks ICE controversy
FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces backlash after his opening speech at the 2026 World Cup draw was criticised for potentially aiding US immigration officials. Fans express concerns over safety.
Trump receives FIFA peace prize from Infantino in Washington
Donald Trump is named first winner of FIFA's new peace prize at the 2026 World Cup draw. Gianni Infantino praises the former US President's 'actions to promote peace', but critics dispute the claims. Read the full story.
Trump receives first FIFA Peace Prize at World Cup draw
US President Donald Trump was given the controversial first FIFA Peace Prize at the World Cup draw in Washington DC. Human rights groups condemned the move. Read the full story.
FIFA's Made-Up Peace Prize for Trump: 7 Bizarre Moments
Donald Trump receives a fabricated FIFA Peace Prize at the World Cup draw. We detail the seven most surreal moments from the event and his latest controversial claims.
Trump receives inaugural FIFA Peace Prize
US President Donald Trump was given the first FIFA Peace Prize at the World Cup draw in Washington DC, a move condemned by human rights groups. Read the full story.
Trump receives FIFA Peace Prize at World Cup draw
Donald Trump accepted a new FIFA Peace Prize from Gianni Infantino in Washington DC, a move criticised for its lack of transparency and timing after Nobel snub. Read the full story.
Infantino's awkward snub to Kevin Hart at World Cup draw
FIFA President Gianni Infantino created an awkward moment with Heidi Klum and Kevin Hart on stage in Washington DC. Watch the full cringe-worthy encounter here.
Trump receives FIFA Peace Prize at World Cup draw
President Donald Trump was presented with FIFA's first-ever Peace Prize at the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony in Washington D.C., an event also attended by world leaders and dignitaries. Read the latest updates and analysis.
Trump Stars at FIFA's 2026 World Cup Draw in Washington
Donald Trump presided over the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC, where he is also set to receive FIFA's new Peace Prize. The event, featuring stars like Tom Brady, unveiled the groups for the historic 48-team tournament.
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